Speakers – Touring Batwing 1998–2013
Speakers for 1998 to 2013 Batwing Touring (Street Glide®, Electra Glide® and Ultra)
Harley-Davidson pre-Rushmore batwing speakers in this collection are intended for a compatible position on 1998 to 2013 Electra Glide® and Ultra models, and Street Glide® models from the years they were offered. The factory front fairing uses a 5.25 inch speaker on this platform, and 6.5 inch drivers fit with an adapter ring. Compatible aftermarket or cut-in saddlebag lids commonly use a 5x7 oval speaker format. Check the fitment information on each product for the exact position, depth and any adapter needed.
The pre-Rushmore fairing cavity is shallow, so basket depth is a real constraint when selecting fairing speakers, and a low-profile driver or spacer solution is sometimes needed. Sensitivity matters as much as power here, since the front position sits off the direct axis to your ears and the fairing enclosure shapes the result. Select the correct impedance for your amplifier to get the output the driver can deliver.
Why You'll Love It
- Correct sizes for the platform: 5.25 inch fairing drivers and 5x7 saddlebag speakers developed for 1998 to 2013 batwing Touring, with 6.5 inch options where an adapter is used.
- Full brand choice: Cicada Audio, Precision Power, Hertz, Velocity and Hogtunes drivers confirmed for one or more positions on this platform.
- Depth-aware selection: low-profile options for the shallow pre-Rushmore fairing, with depth notes on each listing.
- 2Ω and 4Ω variants: match the impedance to a bridged or 2Ω-stable amplifier.
- Adapter guidance per product: where the basket diameter differs from the factory cutout, the listing notes the ring required.
FAQ
What size speakers fit a 1998 to 2013 batwing fairing?
The factory front fairing uses a 5.25 inch speaker on 1998 to 2013 Street Glide®, Electra Glide® and Ultra models. A 6.5 inch driver fits with an adapter ring. Compatible aftermarket or cut-in saddlebag lids use a 5x7 oval format. Check the fitment information on each product.
Why does basket depth matter on this platform?
The pre-Rushmore fairing cavity is shallow, so a deep-magnet driver can foul the inner fairing. Choose a low-profile speaker, or use a spacer where the listing recommends one, so the driver seats correctly and the cone can move freely.
Do these speakers need an amplifier?
They perform best on a dedicated external amplifier. On a correctly configured amp, a higher-sensitivity driver produces more usable output from the same power. See the 1998 to 2013 batwing amplifiers.
Can I upgrade the fairing to 6.5 inch speakers?
Yes, with an adapter ring and a driver of suitable depth for the shallow fairing. Check the fitment notes on each 6.5 inch speaker for depth clearance on this platform before ordering.
Not sure which speaker suits your Harley-Davidson? Use the fitment table on each product, or contact Motorcycle Audio Australia with your bike's year, model and current audio setup and we'll help you choose the right combination.
